A Pulitzer-winning Biographer on How He Writes. Investigative Journalism Is More Than Just Writing

 




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Caro’s Manuscript. Source: Paris Review




Becoming A Full-Time Writer Is Not For The Faint Of Heart

In the introduction chapter, Caro talks about how he did not realize that they were broke: unable to pay the bills, and his wife Ina (also his research assistant) sold the house so he can continue with his work. Fortunately, he found a good agent and a good editor to work with so he does not have to worry about money all the time. The only thing he has to worry about is just writing.

Being a full-time writer without a regular paycheck is probably not sustainable for a long time especially with a family. Becoming a full-time writer is a serious undertaking and it is not for the faint of heart. Read More...


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